Opened last January by the people behind Assembly Coffee, the cafe sports a bold navy blue wall, complete with marble tiling and minimal furniture, while allowing natural light in with large glass panel windows. Another big draw: their ultra-fluffy butterscotch banana pancakes. 6 Duke’s Road, tel: 6314-2674

White walls, wooden tables, and hanging bulbs adds up well for a space that isn’t just cosy, but also pleasing to the eye – and the camera. Founded by the same folks behind the popular Strangers’ Reunion along Kampong Bahru Road, the menu offers standard cafe fare like croque madame (poached eggs on brioche), but also includes winning desserts like berry ricotta hotcakes. 64 Prinsep Street, tel: 6238-1068

Simplicity is key with Hyde & Co. Everything, right down to the tiles on the English-inspired cafe’s countertop is kept to a pristine, calming white. The quote featured as a wall decal is also the star of many Instagram photos taken here. 785 North Bridge road, tel: 6635-5785

This quiet space tucked away in TANGS by Tangs Plaza is the perfect destination to rest tired feet and have a few nibbles after a long day of shopping. And while its tropical-themed straw chairs and tiling makes it feel like something out of a Bali resort, its al fresco rooftop area comes with a sleek, polished marble-clad bartop counter (trust us, it’s a great spot for flatlays). Level 4, Tangs Orchard, tel: 6311-3424

Step inside and you’ll be awed by its Japanese-influenced design aesthetic. The space isn’t large, but good lighting and warm wooden hues help make it feel inviting. Just wait till you see pretty eclairs and ice cream treats they serve. 8 Jalan Klapa, tel: 6291-4430

Originating from Sydney, the cafe’s contemporary digs are speckled with woody tones from Scandinavian-style furniture and accented by metallic gold and rose gold sheens. On the menu, Luxe serves up mouth-watering Australian and Southeast Asian fusion blends, such as grilled barramundi with rojak flower butter sauce. #01-04, 1 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6221-5616

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Fans of Scandinavian design will appreciate The Tastemaker’s quiet and quaint interior. Besides the white-washed walls and light wooden furniture, the cafe is also dotted with refreshing, fresh greens from hanging and potted plants. #01-705, Blk 22 Havelock Road

Like Hyde & Co, Pacamara also favours an all-white aesthetic and has plenty of natural light, but its decor carries a tinge of industrial-chic thanks to hanging lamps and white Tolix stools. 185 Upper Thomson Road

The one-year-old cafe with an obvious love for monochrome interiors (and food – check out its Jackson Pollock-esque chocolate mousse) has been a regular haunt for many avid cafe-hoppers and shopaholics alike. Why? The space marries the cafe concept with retail by incorporating an in-house boutique housing everything from accessories to homeware. 308 Tanglin Road, tel: 6734-7656

It’s all about clean lines and shapes here, although there’s a touch of quirkiness with an eclectic mix of furniture and textures. The cafe is an extension of Gallery & Co, the National Gallery’s retail space, and is already packed to the brim on weekends. Its menu houses a multitude of savoury and sweet treats from various names in the cafe industry such as Plain Vanilla (cupcakes) and Papa Palheta (coffee). #01-05, 1 St Andrew’s Road, tel: 6385-6683

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